Balsamic Bruschetta
Bruschetta is a classic Italian appetizer that is easy to make at home. Toasted bread is topped with tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and fresh basil. Use a high-quality balsamic vinegar for best results.
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- Serves: 8 persons
Ingredients
- 1loaf French bread, cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 1tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 8roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
- ⅓cup chopped fresh basil
- 1ounce Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 2cloves garlic, minced
- 1tablespoon good quality balsamic vinegar
- 2teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Brush bread slices on both sides lightly with 1 tablespoon oil and place on large baking sheet. Toast bread until golden, 5 to 10 minutes, turning halfway through.Step 2
Meanwhile, toss together tomatoes, basil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic in a bowl. Mix in balsamic vinegar, 2 teaspoons olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper.Step 3
Spoon tomato mixture onto toasted bread slices and serve immediately.